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Allergic Dermatitis in Cats

Skin inflammation from allergic reactions to food, environmental allergens, or fleas. Intense itching is characteristic, with hair loss from excessive grooming.

Vet Supervised

Symptoms

  • Intense itching
  • Hair loss (from overgrooming)
  • Skin redness
  • Scabs/crusts
  • Ear inflammation

Causes

  • Food allergy
  • Environmental allergy (pollen, dust)
  • Flea allergy
  • Contact allergy

Diagnosis

1

Elimination diet trial

2

Skin examination

3

Allergy testing

4

Skin biopsy

Treatment

  • Allergen removal
  • Steroids/immunomodulators
  • Dietary management
  • Thorough flea prevention

Prognosis

Good if allergen can be identified and avoided. Food allergies often improve with dietary management.

Severity: Medium

Prevention

  • Thorough flea prevention
  • High-quality diet
  • Clean environment maintenance
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